Rise and Shine with this super-easy-to-make smoothie
March 24, 2016
By Kay MacInnis I’m not sure if you are ready for this change in weather, but I am so past ready! As warmer weather arrives, my food choices tend…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Healthy Recipe of the Week – Bow Wow Doggie Treats
March 11, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Pets are family too! It’s not only important for you to eat healthy it’s important for your pets as well! Ingredients: …
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Healthy Recipe of the Week – Bow Wow Doggie Treats
March 11, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Pets are family too! It’s not only important for you to eat healthy it’s important for your pets as well! Ingredients: …
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
A Mediterranean diet can set you on a healthier path: Quinoa Risotto with Arugula and Parmesan
March 11, 2016
By Kay MacInnis There is some new research out indicating that people who eat a diet high in sugar and starch may have an increased risk of lung cancer…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Cargill beefs up capabilities with South Carolina plant purchase
March 7, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – People in the eastern United States love good beef burgers and beginning this spring Cargill will be able to better meet those needs through the acquisition of…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Cargill beefs up capabilities with South Carolina plant purchase
March 7, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – People in the eastern United States love good beef burgers and beginning this spring Cargill will be able to better meet those needs through the acquisition of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, on-the-move
Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
March 4, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Chocolate dipped strawberries make an occasional tasty treat Ingredients: 2 lbs. strawberries, washed & dried, stems left on 16 oz. dark organic…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Eating healthy produce doesn’t get much easier: Sautéed Green Beans
March 4, 2016
By Kay MacInnis Following healthy eating guidelines or a plate road map means that half of your plate at lunch and supper/dinner should be covered with colorful vegetables. It…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
S.C. Phil ready to uncork: Tasting Notes 2016
March 2, 2016
The high-end wine, and gourmet food, samplings of Tasting Notes, one of the Midlands’ signature fundraising events, will raise critical support for the S.C. Philharmonic from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move, the-arts
Teriyaki Beef Stir Fry
February 26, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Here’s a tasty meal that can be served over rice noodles or brown rice. 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce 2…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
The advantages of a plant-based diet: Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti
February 26, 2016
By Kay MacInnis A plant-based diet – one that emphasizes fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes and nuts – is rich in fiber, vitamins and other nutrients. And it’s all the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Terra welcomes James Alford as General Manager
February 23, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Terra, which specializes in Chef Mike Davis’s seasonal preparation of Southern dishes using local products whenever possible at 100 State Street in West Columbia, announces that James Alford…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Terra welcomes James Alford as General Manager
February 23, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Terra, which specializes in Chef Mike Davis’s seasonal preparation of Southern dishes using local products whenever possible at 100 State Street in West Columbia, announces that James Alford…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
The Perfect Quiche
February 19, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking The perfect quiche? Yes! This quiche is perfect for Sunday brunch or a weeknight meal. Ingredients: 1 deep dish frozen pie shell…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
The Perfect Quiche
February 19, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking The perfect quiche? Yes! This quiche is perfect for Sunday brunch or a weeknight meal. Ingredients: 1 deep dish frozen pie shell…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Cooking at home doesn’t have to be a chore. Try this Zucchini Lasagna
February 19, 2016
By Kay MacInnis Many of our nutrition issues can be helped by cooking more at home. Sure, convenience foods make eating faster. But they certainly don’t make it better.…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Homemade Hummus Assortment
February 14, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Enjoy an assortment of Homemade Hummus: Garlic, Olive, Tangy Lemon, and Lemon Blueberry. Ingredients: 2 cans of chickpeas, drained, juices reserved 2 Tbsp.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Homemade Hummus Assortment
February 14, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Enjoy an assortment of Homemade Hummus: Garlic, Olive, Tangy Lemon, and Lemon Blueberry. Ingredients: 2 cans of chickpeas, drained, juices reserved 2 Tbsp.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Eat more fish! Here’s a good place to start…
February 14, 2016
By Kay MacInnis FISH! FISH! FISH! To elaborate… Fish is an important part of our diet, one that we should eat at least twice a week. Dariush Mozaffarian, M.D.,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Mellow Mushroom downtown Charleston celebrates 15 years
February 10, 2016
The Mellow Mushroom in Downtown Charleston, known for its gourmet pizza and extensive craft beer selection, turned fifteen years old in January. To show love to the community, they’ve planned…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Cupcakes to sandwiches
February 10, 2016SWEET: A Cupcake Company will add gourmet sandwiches to its gourmet cupcake and specialty cake lineup beginning Mar. 1. “Just in time for spring,” says Kemperlyn Graham, who – along…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Cupcakes to sandwiches
February 10, 2016
SWEET: A Cupcake Company will add gourmet sandwiches to its gourmet cupcake and specialty cake lineup beginning Mar. 1. “Just in time for spring,” says Kemperlyn Graham, who – along…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Pork and Bella Mushroom Stir Fry
February 6, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Ingredients: 1 lb. boneless pork chops or tenderloin Salt & pepper 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 1 1/2 Tbsp. flour 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Reducing sugar in the face of a tidal wave of chocolate
February 5, 2016
By Kay MacInnis We are just finishing with the holidays… and here comes another sugar-filled celebration. At a time like this, we need to be hyperaware of each gram…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Applications available for the 2016 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off
February 4, 2016
Barbeque grill masters and backyard enthusiasts are invited to compete for the State Championship Title at the 2016 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival, March 18-19, at the State Farmers…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, non-profit, on-the-move
Herbed Baby Red Potatoes
January 31, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Straight from Mother Earth, these Herbed Red Potatoes make a satisfying side dish to any meal. Ingredients: 2 lbs. baby red potatoes (Look…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Kale Salad with Warm Cranberry Almond Vinaigrette
January 31, 2016
By Kay MacInnis Here comes another lecture, but bear with me. I promise it’s good for you. Let’s review some of the key characteristics of healthy eating patterns. It…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Motor Supply Co. Bistro’s Chef Wes Fulmer to Participate in Gourmet and Grapes Benefit on Kiawah Island, S.C. for Second Year, February 18-21, 2016
January 29, 2016Executive Chef Wesley Fulmer of Columbia, S.C. restaurant Motor Supply Co. Bistro will again return to his alma mater, Kiawah Island Golf Resort, to participate in his second year of…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Motor Supply Co. Bistro’s Chef Wes Fulmer to Participate in Gourmet and Grapes Benefit on Kiawah Island, S.C. for Second Year, February 18-21, 2016
January 29, 2016
Executive Chef Wesley Fulmer of Columbia, S.C. restaurant Motor Supply Co. Bistro will again return to his alma mater, Kiawah Island Golf Resort, to participate in his second year of…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Layered Pea Salad
January 23, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Rows and layers of fresh garden produce with a touch of crispy bacon on top makes this salad irresistible. Ingredients: 8 cups…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Breakfast Muffins
January 22, 2016
By Kay MacInnis A healthy diet, according to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines, is high in vegetables and fruits, is low-fat and nondairy, and includes whole grains, seafood, legumes and…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Fruit and Veggie Chopped Salad
January 15, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Ingredients: ½ red apple, cubed ½ green apple, cubed 2 celery stalks, chopped 4 seedless clementines, peeled and broken into slices ¼ red…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
One of Each Soup
January 15, 2016
By Kay MacInnis Last week, the federal government released new dietary guidelines. They are revised every five years, and are based on the latest nutritional science. Over the next…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Liquid Catering wins WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award
January 12, 2016
Liquid Catering has received a WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award 2016 for Catering in South Carolina. The esteemed annual awards program recognizes the top five percent of wedding professionals in the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, hospitality, on-the-move
Tender Chicken Marsala
January 7, 2016
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Ingredients: 6 – 4 oz. organic chicken breasts, pounded flat Salt & Pepper 1/3 cup flour 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1/2 cup onions,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Grilled Salmon with Balsamic Glaze
January 7, 2016
By Kay MacInnis With the New Year, most of us have a few resolutions that we have set for ourselves. However, more than half of us give up on…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, headlines, life
Cooper River Brewing Company opens its doors in Charleston
January 6, 2016CHARLESTON, SC – Cooper River Brewing Company announced its recent arrival to Charleston’s craft brewing scene with a complete renovation of a 7,500 square-foot warehouse in the thriving neighborhood of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods
December 19, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Ingredients: 5 oz bar (1 bar) of organic dark chocolate finely chopped* 10-12 large pretzel sticks 1 cup unsweetened shredded organic coconut…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Healthy Oat Cookies
December 19, 2015
By Kay MacInnis ‘Tis the season for visions of sugar plums – and many other sweets. Which means it’s the season for additional pounds to end up on the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, health-care, life
Healthier dips for the season of unwanted calories
December 11, 2015
By Kay MacInnis This is a really busy time, with lots of hustle and bustle. There are a lot of parties and social events that happen over the next…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Governor Haley Announces 2016 Slate of South Carolina Chef Ambassadors
December 9, 2015
Governor Nikki Haley named chefs Teryi Youngblood of Passerelle Bistro in Greenville, Ramone Dickerson of 2 Fat 2 Fly & Wing City in Columbia, Orchid Paulmeier of One Hot Mama’s…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, government, on-the-move
Citrus Green Smoothie
December 5, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Sore Throat? Low Energy? Try this fresh tasting Citrus Green Smoothie. Ingredients: 1/2 cup ice cubes 1/2 cup 100% orange juice 1…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Cranberry-Glazed Pork Roast
December 5, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Thanksgiving has come and gone and now the busy season is at full speed, which means food is everywhere. This is the time of the year…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, life
Forest Acres is Sweet for the Holidays
November 23, 2015WHAT: Forest Acres’ signature 12th annual holiday event, Sweet Seasons, will kick off the holiday season on the rooftop of Richland Mall. Sprinkled with food, music and giveaways to celebrate…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move, the-arts
Forest Acres is Sweet for the Holidays
November 23, 2015
WHAT: Forest Acres’ signature 12th annual holiday event, Sweet Seasons, will kick off the holiday season on the rooftop of Richland Mall. Sprinkled with food, music and giveaways to celebrate…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move, the-arts
Rosemary Pomodoro Pasta
November 21, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking This is a family favorite and a great option for Meatless Mondays. Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil -20 oz. dried whole-grain or…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Battle of the Pies: How to Choose the Healthiest Pie and Why
November 21, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Nothing says fall like the smell of pie baking in the oven. And if you’re getting ready for the holidays, I’m sure you are experiencing this…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Hearty Hamburger Soup
November 13, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking This is a one pot meal! Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1 lb. extra lean organic ground beef 1 small onion,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Baked Apple-Cinnamon French Toast
November 13, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Sure, you know what you’re making for Thanksgiving dinner. You’ve got that down pat. But with breakfast being so important to our day, why on…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
Chomp!
November 13, 2015
By Ron Aiken Jalapeno Honey Steak! I hope that the headline drew you in, because we’re not going to be making jalapeno honey steak. Oh, we could. Believe you…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, life
